Grounds Maintenance Services for Sewage Treament Plants & Lift Stations

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Background The City of Wichita, the largest city in Kansas, is seeking bids for grounds maintenance services specifically for its Sewage Treatment Division. The City aims to maintain its sewage treatment plants and lift stations effectively as part of its mission to provide dependable infrastructure and enhance living conditions for its residents. Work Details The contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, taxes, fuel, and any other necessary items to accomplish grounds mowing services as specified. This includes: - Mowing and weed eating every fourteen (14) days (totaling sixteen times during the contract period). - All mowing equipment must have sharp blades to ensure clean cuts without tearing grass. - Grass must be mowed to a maximum height of three (3) inches. - Trimming around structures, trees, poles, tables, signs, fences, parking lot islands, curbs, and shrub beds must be done concurrently with mowing. - Areas must be free of clumped grass and debris before mowing. - Mowing should not discharge clippings onto paved areas or into treatment tanks. - Trash and litter removal from the mowing area is required prior to service. Period of Performance The contract will be for one (1) year with two (2) one-year options to renew based on mutual agreement between the City and the contractor. The work is expected to commence around mid to late April 2026. Place of Performance The services will be performed at various sewage treatment plants and lift stations located throughout Wichita, Kansas. Bidder Requirements Bidders must be licensed by the City of Wichita or the State of Kansas. They should demonstrate experience in providing comparable services and comply with all applicable laws. Additionally, bidders are encouraged to consider subcontracting portions of the contract to emerging and disadvantaged businesses.